Why move to Los Balcones
Move here to join a vibrant expat community and enjoy a healthy lifestyle of sun, sand, and plenty of golf.
Los Balcones is an urbanisation on the Costa Blanca, sitting within striking distance of Torrevieja and Punta Prima. This area is very popular with tourists, thanks to its proximity to some of the major towns and cities of the Costa Blanca, not to mention its beautiful beaches.
Not that you’d need to even visit the beach, of course, as this urbanisation sits right next to Torrevieja’s Pink Lake. This vibrant, bubblegum coloured lake has much more going for it than the novelty factor, as these waters are reported to have serious therapeutic benefits. What’s more, it is alleged that these benefits can be enjoyed just by living in the vicinity of the lake!
Community
Los Balcones has a large international community, many of whom are expats. The municipality of Torrevieja – which encompasses Los Balcones – also has a large international community, and is particularly popular with the British.
Property
If you like contemporary property, there are plenty of modern villas, townhouses, apartments and bungalows to choose from. Many of the apartment complexes offer excellent communal facilities including swimming pools.
Amenities
Los Balcones Filton Shopping Centre provides everything you need for daily living, with supermarkets, shops, banks, pharmacies and opticians. For big brand high street favourites, head to Torrevieja, which is just 15 minutes away. You can take your pick from an excellent selection of blue flag beaches, all of which are less than ten minutes away. If you love golf, you’re in luck as there are more than 15 golf courses within a 15 minute drive.
Transport
Los Balcones has excellent transport links, with a bus station and access to the AP-7 toll highway, which can take you to the city of Elche in just under 40 minutes. Murcia San Javier airport is just 25 minutes away and Alicante airport is only a few minutes further.
Employment
There are more employment opportunities within commuting distance of Los Balcones than other parts of Spain thanks to the large expat population. Many of these jobs don’t require Spanish, but learning Spanish will give you an advantage.
Health
This area offers very good health facilities, with English speaking doctors available in many clinics. The University Hospital of Torrevieja is within walking distance.
Schools
There are a number of good Spanish state schools in the area while if you are looking for the English curriculum, the El Limonar International School Villamartin is just 15 minutes away.
Cost of Living
Property is great value for money, and with many amenities within easy reach to help you keep your living costs low.